New York has the Statue of Liberty, Paris has the Eiffel Tower, and Brussels has . . . the Manneken Pis, a much-beloved statue which has been in place since the 14th century or so. Symbol of the city, it is often dressed in costumes, with a collection of 600 different outfits in the City Hall. Image courtesy Brussels folklore association “Ilot Sacré number 1”

The 6th BELIEF Brainstorming Workshop entitled “Global Research Communities: success criteria for future impact” will be organized back-to-back with the eResearch2020 Workshop in the city of Brussels, Belgium, on the 24th to the 25th of February, 2010.

This workshop aims to foster discussions revolving around the topic of how to measure the impact of e-Infrastructure. In doing so, appropriate methods, impact assessment criteria and tangible metrics are called for, whereas new governance models, regulations and policies need to be established to support such activities in a sustainable manner.

In this light, during the meeting a special focus will be paid on the required governance models, and ways of engagement of new user communities.

Participation at the event is free of charge, key e-Infrastructures players are kindly invited to register on-line.